Monday August 17, 2015: on this day

August 17, 2015 was the 229th day of the year 2015, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.

Is August 17, 2015 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 17, 2015, who was born and died on August 17, 2015, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 2015, which were the most popular songs (ex. Can't Feel My Face by The Weeknd), movies (e.g. Spotlight, directed by Tom McCarthy), TV series (e.g. Love Island) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 2015 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 17, 2015?


August 17, 2015 was a Monday and it was the 229th day of the year 2015 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 17, 2015 can also be written as 8/17/2015 in the US and as 17/8/2015 in UK and Europe.

August 17, 2015 in August 2015 calendar

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August 17, 2015: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 17, 2015:

  • 2015 attock bombing - the u.s. offers assistance to pakistan in its investigation of sunday's suicide bombing attack that left at least 19 dead, including shuja khanzada (the interior minister of punjab province).
  • 2015 ratchaprasong bombing. a bomb explodes in the vicinity of erawan shrine, bangkok, thailand. at least 19 people are killed and 123 more are injured. no one has claimed responsibility. songvut manoonpong, president of the thai society, claims that those opposing the thai military government are to blame. (sky news), reuters, (the bangkok post), and (the new zealand herald).
  • At least 19 people are killed and 123 injured when a bomb explodes in the vicinity of bangkok's erawan shrine. no one has claimed responsibility. songvut manoonpong, president of the thai society, claims that those opposing the thai military government are to blame. (sky news), reuters, (the bangkok post), and (the new zealand herald).
  • 2015 tianjin explosions: tianjin protesters demand answers from the government and compensation. radio new zealand online, (al jazeera).
  • Protesters in tianjin want answers and compensation from government. radio new zealand online, (al jazeera)
  • Nearly 100 people are killed in egypt by a heat wave that has ravaged the middle east.
  • Trigana air service flight 257: indonesian authorities have revealed that the plane carrying $us470,000 cash for the poor was involved in an accident.
  • According to indonesian authorities, the plane carrying $us470,000 cash for the poor was in flight.
  • The u.s. department of energy's slac national accelerator laboratory maps brain signalling processes at an atomic scale. in this case, the snare complex (neuronal snares, synaptotagmin-1), is used to influence the release and control of neurotransmitters.
  • Despite threats from north korea, south korea and the united states begin a joint military exercise.
  • After a visit from narendra modi, indian prime minister, the united arab emirates approved plans to build the first hindu temple.
  • A statement supporting intensive talks on key issues to restore peace in syria was unanimously approved by the united nations security council.
  • According to the u.s. internal revenue service (which announced a massive computer data breach in may 2015), the breach is deeper and more severe, exposing additional 220,000 people. the thieves had accessed a now-defunct online system called "get transcript." (ap via mssn),
  • The controversial anti-terrorism law was approved by egyptian president abdel fatah el sisi. it is supported by supporters who claim it will fight terrorism. opponents argue that the legislation will compromise civil rights, including freedom of speech. (al jazeera),
  • In connection to the shooting death of john geer, a former officer in police, in fairfax (virginia, u.s.a.) in august 2013, authorities have charged him with second-degree murder.
  • Emile hirsch, an american actor, pleads guilty to 15 days in prison for assaulting a paramount pictures executive at sundance resort in utah.
  • Election in sri lanka, 2015: sri lankan voters go to the polls to vote for a general election. the ruling united national party is still in power. (bbc) (al jazeera),
  • The ruling united national party holds power in sri lanka. (bbc) (al jazeera),
  • A bomb explodes near the erawan shrine in bangkok, thailand, killing at least 19 people and injuring 123 others.

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August 17, 2015: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 17, 2015:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $77.93
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $116.04
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $46.81
  • General Electric GE: opens at $25.95
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $155.20

Exchange Rates on August 17, 2015:

  • 1 USD = 0.9026 EUR
  • 1 USD = 124.398 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6417 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3559 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3094 CAD

August 17, 2015: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Nurnberg - Munich 1860 : 2 - 2

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Metz - Valenciennes : 2 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Liverpool - Bournemouth : 1 - 0

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Pacos Ferreira - Academica : 1 - 0
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August 17, 2015: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 17, 2015: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 2015 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 17th, 2015 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 17, 2015: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 17, 2015 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 2015 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on August 17, 2015 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 08:55 am and setting at 09:46 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 2015 while the next full moon would come on Aug 29, 2015.

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Who was born on August 17, 2015?


Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:

  • Robert De Niro
    Robert De Niro

    American actor, director, and businessman.

  • Sean Penn
    Sean Penn

    American actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).

  • Donnie Wahlberg
    Donnie Wahlberg

    American musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.

  • Yû Aoi
    Yû Aoi

    Yû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.

  • Austin Butler
    Austin Butler

    Austin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.

  • Belinda Carlisle
    Belinda Carlisle

    American musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...

  • Maureen O'Hara
    Maureen O'Hara

    An irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.

  • Brady Corbet
    Brady Corbet

    Brady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.

  • Helen McCrory
    Helen McCrory

    British actress (b. 1968).

  • Julian Fellowes
    Julian Fellowes

    English actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.

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August 17, 2015: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 7 months old,

or 103 months and 12 days old,

or 449 weeks and 4 days old,

or 3147 days old,

if you were born on August 17, 2015.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 17, 2015?

There are 141 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 2015?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 17, 2015.

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August 17, 2015: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 17, 2015:

  • Yvonne Craig
    Yvonne Craig

    Yvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.

  • Odai Barakat

    Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Eevie Wilde

    Celebrated playwright known for her thought-provoking dramas.

  • Tynleigh Carter

    Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.

  • Remy Laurent

    Renowned chemist who specialized in organic chemistry and drug development.

  • Gerhard Mayer-Vorfelder

    German businessman (b. 1933).

  • László Paskai

    Hungarian cardinal (d. 2015).

  • Arsen Dedić
  • Eduardo Guerrero
  • Sylvia Hitchcock
  • Karl Bormann
  • Donato Bruno

What famous deaths happened on August 17th?

Famous deaths on August 17th:

  • Billy Murray
    Billy Murray

    Singer (denver nightengale), dies at 77.

  • Pearl Bailey
    Pearl Bailey

    American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.

  • Vivian Vance
    Vivian Vance

    Beloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.

  • Richard Barthelmess
    Richard Barthelmess

    Actor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.

  • Pandit Jasraj

    Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.

  • Draydon Carter

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

  • Ioan Slavici

    Prominent Romanian writer and journalist, known for his contributions to Romanian literature.

  • Azaylea Frost

    Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.

  • Ardenia Hall

    Known for her work in the civil rights movement.

  • Loranzo Da Ponte

    Italian librettist known for his collaborations with Mozart.

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August 17, 2015: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 17, 2015:

  • Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
  • Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
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August 17, 2015: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 17, 2015 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 17th and August 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 17, 2015: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 2015 was Can't Feel My Face by The Weeknd, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

August 17, 2015: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 17, 2015 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Can't Feel My Face
  2. - Cheerleader
  3. - Drag Me Down
  4. - Watch Me
  5. - Lean On

August 17, 2015: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 2015 was Can't Feel My Face by The Weeknd, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

August 17, 2015: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 17, 2015 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Can't Feel My Face
  2. - Watch Me
  3. - See You Again
  4. - Trap Queen
  5. - My Way

August 17, 2015: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 17, 2015 was El Perdon by Nicky Jam & Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

August 17, 2015: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 17, 2015 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - El Perdon
  2. - La Gozadera
  3. - Propuesta Indecente
  4. - Te Metiste
  5. - Ginza

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August 17, 2015: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 17, 2015 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Spotlight

Spotlight

Release year: 2015

Written by:

Directed by: Tom McCarthy

Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Liev Schreiber

Country: United States of America

Peeping Tom

Peeping Tom

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Powell

Starring: Karlheinz Böhm, Anna Massey, Moira Shearer, Maxine Audley

Country: United States of America

Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Danny Boyle

Starring: Michael Fassbender, Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen, Jeff Daniels

Country: United States of America

Inherent Vice

Inherent Vice

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Josh Brolin, Owen Wilson, Katherine Waterston

Country: United States of America

Pixels

Pixels

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Chris Columbus

Starring: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Michelle Monaghan, Peter Dinklage

Country: United States of America

August 17, 2015: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 17, 2015 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Love Island

Love Island

Release year: 2015

Directed by: A2ZCDS

The Lion Guard

The Lion Guard

Release year: 2015

Country: United States of America

August 17, 2015: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 17, 2015 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Oregon Trail by Rinker Buck

The Oregon Trail

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#1 New York Times Bestseller * #1 Indie Next Pick "Absorbing...Winning...The many layers in The Oregon Trail are linked by Mr.

The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

The Girl on the Train

By:

#1 New York Times Bestseller USA Today Book of the Year is now a major motion movie starring Emily Blunt. Paula Hawkins' new novel Into the Water is coming May 2017. The

Dragonbane by Sherrilyn Kenyon

Dragonbane

By:

Maxis Drago is the most isolated and withdrawn of all the strange borderers that call Sanctuary home. It's difficult to fit in with the modern world, however.

The Marriage Of Opposites by Alice Hoffman

The Marriage Of Opposites

By:

"[A] luminous and Marquez-esque story." --O, The Oprah Magazine. From The Dovekeepers, the New York Times bestseller. A forbidden love story set in the

Code Of Conduct by Brad Thor

Code Of Conduct

By:

Brad Thor, #1 New York Times bestselling author, presents his greatest thriller yet--an action-packed tour-de-force that "feels just like 24 on the Page" (Associated Press).

August 17, 2015: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 17, 2015 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Carmageddon: Reincarnation

Carmageddon: Reincarnation

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Vehicular combat, racing

Publisher: Stainless Games

Armikrog

Armikrog

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, PlayStation 4, Wii U

Genre: Point-and-click adventure

Publisher: Versus Evil

Kerbal Space Program

Kerbal Space Program

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux PlayStation 4 Xbox One Wii U

Genre: Space flight simulator, sandbox

Publisher: Squad

Endgame: Proving Ground (DEAD)

Endgame: Proving Ground (DEAD)

Platform: Android

Genre: Augmented reality role-playing video game

Dead or Alive 5 Last Round

Dead or Alive 5 Last Round

Platform: Arcade Microsoft Windows PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4 Xbox 360 Xbox One

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Koei Tecmo

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Who was the US President on August 17, 2015?

On August 17, 2015 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2015?

On August 17, 2015 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 17, 2015?

On August 17, 2015 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about August 17th?

August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on August 17th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
  • 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
  • 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).

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What happened in 2015?

2015 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Terrorism is in Yemen: The death count from the suicide bombing at Ibb (Yemen) on December 31 rose to 49, with the injury count climbing to 70.
  • The suicide bombing attack in Ibb (Yemen), that took place on December 31 has resulted in 49 deaths and 70 injuries.
  • One person is killed and six are injured in a shooting in Killarney in Calgary, Canada. Police have not made any arrests.

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What was the calendar for August 2015?

August 2015 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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